New technology is helping pre-K teachers studying online at West Virginia University to complete their student teaching in their home communities. With a new “virtual” system, professors are using video […]
Education
Preston Schools waiting for SBA approval
KINGWOOD — Preston County Schools will know Dec. 17 whether the State School Building Authority (SBA) will reward its offer to use some levy funds for a roof project. Preston […]
State Supreme Court rules Fairmont State can create police academy
MORGANTOWN — The state Supreme Court has ruled that Fairmont State University may launch a police academy, over the objections of the state Division of Justice and Community Services. The […]
Mon County BOE talks charter school proposal
What can a charter school do that isn’t already being done in public schools across Monongalia County? That’s the homework assignment from the county Board of Education for anyone considering […]
AFT-WV plans suit against state over charter schools
MORGANTOWN — The American Federation of Teachers – West Virginia plans to sue the state regarding the charter schools provision of HB 206, the omnibus education bill passed and signed […]
Preston County joins Heart Safe Schools Project
KINGWOOD — Preston County joined the West Virginia Heart Safe Schools Project. Dr. John Phillips, chief of the Section of Pediatric Cardiology at West Virginia University Health Sciences, and Preston […]
Circuit judge explains reasoning for staying AG Morrisey’s case against diocese
MORGANTOWN — The judge who has tentatively dismissed a lawsuit filed by Attorney General Patrick Morrisey against the Diocese of Wheeling Charleston and former Bishop Michael Bransfield, pending answers to […]
Students honor veterans with music, displays at ceremony
KINGWOOD — Kingwood Elementary School honored local veterans Thursday with music, displays and snacks. Veterans visiting the school were treated to a performance of the official song for each branch […]
Mon BOE recognizes counselors and educators for excellence
Donna Talerico didn’t need counseling during Tuesday night’s meeting of the Monongalia County Board of Education. Even if she was slightly emotional. Either way, the county’s assistant superintendent of schools […]
Bruce Huggins tapped to fill Preston BOE vacancy
KINGWOOD — Retired teacher and Preston High athletic director Bruce Huggins will fill a vacancy on the Preston County Board of Education until the 2020 primary election. The board chose […]
